For commercial and flexographic proofing applications. The Epson SureColor P5000 Commercial Edition of large-format pinters includes an all-new Violet ink (in place of Light Light Black) to deliver an industry-best 99 percent PANTONE® PLUS FORMULA GUIDE solid-coated color matching2, ideal for commercial and flexographic proofing applications.
Developed to deliver wide color gamuts with accuracy and redesigned for enhanced performance and reliability, the SureColor P5000 Commercial Edition 17" Wide-Format Inkjet Printer from Epson is a tool that will satisfy some of the most demanding professionals, including photographers, artists, and graphic designers. Utilizing the latest PrecisionCore TFP printhead and Epson Precision Dot screening technologies, the P5000 will create sharp 17"-wide prints at a resolution up to 2880 x 1440 dpi and with a wide gamut thanks to a 10-color pigment-based UltraChrome HDX ink system, which includes orange and green inks and change achieve black 1.5 times denser than earlier generations. This Standard Edition features a three-level black ink system that includes Light Light Black in order to provide smooth gradations with the Advanced Black-and-White Photo Mode.
In order to ensure smooth operation, the P5000 offers multiple auto-switching capabilities. The first of these is auto-switching black ink, which will allow users to move from photo black to matte black, and vice versa, without needing to physically replace their cartridges or heads. The second is auto-switching media handling, allowing users to go from a top-loading roll feed path with BorderFree support to a front cassette for sheet media. Other loading options include single-sheet top loading and straight-through path for media up to 1.5mm thick. An automatic cutter is built into the unit as well to assist with roll media. Additionally, it features a 2.7" LCD screen to check and change settings while it offers both USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity options.
- Max Resolution: 2880 x 1440 dpi
- Max Printable Width: 17" (BorderFree)
- PrecisionCore TFP Print Head Technology
- Precision Dot Screening Technology
- 11 UltraChrome HDX Pigment Inks with LLK
- 99% PANTONE PLUS FORMULA GUIDE Match
- Auto-Switching Black Ink Technology
- Auto-Switching Roll Feed & Front Tray
- 2.7" LCD Screen; Automatic Cutter
- USB 2.0 and Ethernet Connectivity
FEATURES:
Refined Printer Design
- Thanks to an updated physical design, the SureColor P5000 will provide vastly improved performance and reliability. This includes improved dust and static control for reduced print head maintenance as well as an ink-repellant surface coating to minimal nozzle maintenance. Other technology includes a PrecisionCore TFP print head for higher efficiency and reliability with Precision Dot screening algorithm controls size and mix of droplets for high-quality prints.
Improved Black Density - Epson 10-Color UltraChrome HDX Pigment Ink Set
Higher-density Black pigments than our previous generation inks for a wider contrast ratio and enhanced clarity for both color and black-and-white exhibition-quality prints. Epson's UltraChrome HDX pigment ink technology uses 10 colors, including orange and green, to produce images with a wide gamut and accurate colors. This redeveloped ink offers vastly improved print permanence ratings and the black inks are now 1.5 times denser than the previous generation. This Standard Edition of the printer also includes a Light Light Black ink for a three-level black ink set that will help produce smooth gradations in both color and black-and-white prints. Additionally, the ink comes in large 200mL cartridges.
Exceptional Print Permanence
- UltraChrome HDX®, our Next-generation pigment ink technology, is independently rated by Wilhelm Imaging Research for up to 200 years for color and up to 400 years for black-andwhite prints, more than twice our previous generation of ink1
Remarkable Detail
- Epson PrecisionCore® TFP® printhead delivers high print speeds with 360 nozzles per color channel, with variable-size ink droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters accurately shaped and positioned on the print
Epson Precision Dot Screening Algorithm
- Ensures incredibly accurate control of the sizing and mixing of ink droplets for beautiful prints
Professional Printhead Technology
- 10-channel advanced PrecisionCore TFP printhead with 360 nozzles per inch
- Ink- and static-resistant surface coating for reduced nozzle clogging
- Printless nozzle checking saves time and media
High-Resolution Printing
- Capable of printing up to 2880 x 1440 dpi
- Supports variable-sized droplet technology as small as 3.5 picoliters
Auto Black Ink Type Switching
- With both Photo/Matte Black inks delivered through a single channel, Black ink type can be selected automatically based on the chosen media, or via user-prompted
- Two modes: “Normal” for assured print quality and “Quick” for faster switching and reduced ink usage
Next-Generation 10-Color Pigment Ink Technology
- All-new pigments redefine the standard for photographic imaging excellence
- Improved resin encapsulation technology for superior gloss uniformity
- Same pigments as the acclaimed 24” SureColor P7000 and 44” SureColor P9000
- These printers are designed for use with Epson cartridges only, not third-party cartridges or ink
Improved Black Inks
- New Photo/Matte Black pigments are 1.5x denser than our previous generation ink
- Three-level Black inks for producing professional black-and-white prints
- A wider contrast ratio results in optically clearer and sharper images
Exceptional Print Permanence
- UltraChrome HDX, our Next-generation pigment ink technology, is independently rated by Wilhelm Imaging Research for up to 200 years for color and up to 400 years for black-andwhite prints, more than twice our previous generation of ink1
Expanded Color Gamut
- UltraChrome HDX pigment inks offer the widest color gamut among Epson ink sets
- Commercial Edition Ink Set:
C, M, Y, K, LC, LM, LK, V, O, G, and MK
Ink set configuration with Violet is not recommended for photography.
Professional Roll Media Handling
Able to work with a variety of media up to 17" wide, the SureColor P5000 is an excellent wide-format option for users looking to print large. It features auto-switching between the roll media feed and a front paper cassette for working with multiple types of media without needing to physically swap it out. Also, it has a high-speed rotary cutter for assist with roll media. Additionally, the top-loading roll path support BorderFree printing at 8", 10", 11", 13", 14", 16", 16.5", and 17" widths. Also, sheet media can be loaded in the front cassette or a single-sheet top loading and straight-through path for media up to 1.5mm thick.
- Power-driven for simple loading and unloading of professional-sized roll media
- Supports 2” and 3” cores for photo, canvas, fine art and proofing papers up to 1.5 mm thick
- Full 4-sided BorderFree® printing at common widths: 10”, 13”, 14”, 16.5" & 17“. BorderFree for
8”, 11” and 16.5” widths requires use of the spacer and supports 2” core media only
- Redesigned roll cover and felt wiper strip reduce interior dust for improved reliability
- Track roll media length from the Control Panel and print barcodes on the media
Auto-Switching Roll and Cassette Sheet Feeding
- Both sources can have media loaded at the same time
- Simple software selection to choose between roll and cassette
High-Speed Rotary Cutting
- Smooth single-pass cuts
- User replaceable
Printing on Sheet Sizes from 8” x 10” to 17” x 22”
- Centered printing with 3 mm minimum margins, all sides with maximum selected
- A full 8” x 10” print on sheet media requires letter-sized media
Top Single-Sheet Manual Feed
- Perfect for individual prints requiring a different size or media type
Front Straight Manual Feed Path
- Excellent for thicker, soft-surface fine art papers
- Handles posterboard and other aqueous-coated rigid materials up to 1.5 mm thick
High-Capacity Cassette
- Load up to 100 sheets of premium paper for highly productive printing
- Auto-switching with roll media source (both sources can have media loaded at the same time)
- New Dust Cover for reduced printhead maintenance when using large sheet media
Professional Photographic Drivers
- Apple® macOS 10.12tm - through MAC OS® X 10.7
- Microsoft® Windows® 10 - through Windows 7 (32-bit & 64-bit)
Unique EPSON Precision Dot Screening
- Advanced algorithm to determine color mixing and variable dot size usage
- Fixed and three-level variable-sized droplet technology for outstanding print quality
Advanced Black-and-White Printing Technology
- Unique screening algorithm utilizes our three-level Black inks for producing professional blackand-
white prints
- Some of the world’s greatest black-and-white prints have been produced using this driver
technology
High-Quality ICC Profiles
- Professional ICC profiles installed automatically with the driver
- Additional profiles offered as new media are introduced; can be easily added and used
Standard 1-Year Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty
- Free technical support Monday through Friday
- If required, support provided on-site, usually next-business-day
- Covers the printer, genuine Epson optional accessories, and software4
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Printing Method |
|---|
| Printing Technology |
Inkjet |
| Maximum Resolution |
2880 x 1440 dpi |
| Print Speed |
8" x 10" prints from 0:59 to 2:26; normal is 1:28
11" x 14" prints from 1:42 to 4:04; normal is 2:31 |
| Minimum Ink Droplet Size |
3.5 pL |
| Ink Type |
Pigment |
| Ink Cartridge Configuration |
11 individual cartridges |
| Ink Color |
Cyan
Light Cyan
Vivid Magenta
Vivid Light Magenta
Green
Yellow
Orange
Light Black
Light Light Black
Photo Black
Matte Black |
| Number of Nozzles |
360 nozzles x 10
Total: 3600 |
| Media Handling |
|---|
| Paper Handling |
Front tray
Roll feed |
| Paper Sizes |
Minimum Cut-Sheet Size: 8 x 10" / 20.3 x 25.4 cm
Maximum Paper Width: 17" / 43.2 cm
Roll Width: 8-17" / 20.3-43.2 cm
Roll Length: Up to 147' / 45 m on 2" / 5.1 cm core, 100' / 30.5 m on 3" / 7.6 cm core |
| Borderless Printing Width |
8" / 20.3 cm, 10" / 25.4 cm, 11" / 27.9 cm, 13" / 33 cm, 14" / 35.6 cm, 16" / 40.6 cm, 16.5" / 41.9 cm, 17" / 43.2 cm |
| Media Thickness |
31.5-59.1 mil / 0.8-1.5 mm |
| Connectivity |
|---|
| Interfaces |
USB 2.0
Ethernet |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows
Mac OS X, macOS |
| Physical |
|---|
| Control Panel |
2.7" / 6.8 cm LCD screen |
| Power Requirements |
100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.7-0.4 A |
| Power Consumption |
Printing: 52 W
Sleep: 5 W
Power Off: 0.5 W |
| Operation Conditions |
Temperature: 50 to 95°F / 10 to 35°C
Humidity: 20 to 80%
Recommended Temperature: 65 to 75°F / 18 to 24°C
Recommended Humidity: 45 to 60% |
| Storage Conditions |
Temperature: -4 to 104°F / -20 to 40°C
Humidity: 5 to 85% |
| Dimensions |
16 x 34 x 30" / 40.5 x 86.3 x 76.6 cm |
| Weight |
114.6 lb / 52 kg |
| Packaging Info |
|---|
| Package Weight |
141.0 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
48.0 x 40.0 x 28.0" |
What is Included:
• Set of initial Sample ink cartridges – 11 x 80 mL:
Photo Black, Cyan, Vivid Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Vivid Light Magenta, Light Black, Matte Black, Orange and Green
Standard and Designer Edition includes Light Light Black; Commercial Edition includes Violet
• User Guide Kit (documentation and 1-year limited warranty statement)
• Roll media spindle,
• 3" core adapters
• Borderless spacer
• Cleaning sheet
• Power cord
• Designer Edition includes EFI® Fiery® eXpress for Epson Software